About the role#
Northrop Grumman is hiring a Software Engineering Intern to join the Software and Controls Engineering team in Aurora, Colorado. This is a full-time, paid summer internship for the 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Work directly with the Software and Controls Engineering team.
- Participate in projects within the space sector.
- Engage in professional development and networking opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited university.
- Plans to be enrolled full-time in Fall 2027.
- A major in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks during the summer of 2027.
- U.S. citizenship, as this role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Aurora, Colorado.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment type: Full-time.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a defense and space manufacturing company founded in 1994. It operates globally and maintains a workforce of over 86,000 employees. The company focuses on areas including autonomous systems, cyber security, space, and logistics. Its headquarters are located in Falls Church, Virginia.
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